FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Brigadoon Small Business Loans
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Brigadoon unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Brigadoon Business Loans
What is the Larger Brigadoon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every business use, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application during standard business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply at normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine your health that is your business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.